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In this month of December, and around the world, we who believe in Jesus are getting ready to celebrate His miraculous birth; a time of the year we call Christmas! As part of our celebration, most of us will take part in gift-giving with members of our families and friends. Not because we have to, but more because we want to -- because we love them, and want to do something special for them; out of our love for them.

Over two thousand years ago, God gave us His only Son Jesus out of His special love for us! So, this is Christmas! Jesus in turn gives us His own "gifts." Some of these gifts we refer to as; "The Beatitudes."

Gifts Of Christ

These Beatitudes He gave to His disciples

Although Jesus taught His disciples these words of comfort and wisdom, they might be considered “gifts” as well, since they are His blessings upon those whom He mentions in this Scripture [Matthew 5:3-10]:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn,
For they shall be comforted.

Blessed are the meek,
For they shall inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
For they shall be filled.

Blessed are the merciful,
For they shall obtain mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart,
For they shall see God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

O, the promises of God, we are indeed blessed! And, our greatest gift from God is His Son, Jesus.

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